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Antique Swords and Daggers
Mircea Veleanu
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Description for Antique Swords and Daggers
Num Pages: 288 pages, 1,290 color photos. BIC Classification: WC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 287 x 224 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1680.
This noteworthy and exceptionally comprehensive book features edged weapons dating from the Neolithic period to the early 20th century. These fascinating antiques come from all over the globe, including Europe, America, the Middle East, Asia, Japan, and Africa. Detailed descriptions and over 890 outstanding color photos help collectors identify and study the characteristics, historical uses, and current values of highly diverse swords and daggers. Among the items showcased are tribal, ceremonial, and presentation edged weapons, Indonesian krises, and Borneo "headhunter" swords. Valuable information is provided about rare artifacts, terminology, and evaluating age and authenticity of the weapons. Novice as well ... Read more
This noteworthy and exceptionally comprehensive book features edged weapons dating from the Neolithic period to the early 20th century. These fascinating antiques come from all over the globe, including Europe, America, the Middle East, Asia, Japan, and Africa. Detailed descriptions and over 890 outstanding color photos help collectors identify and study the characteristics, historical uses, and current values of highly diverse swords and daggers. Among the items showcased are tribal, ceremonial, and presentation edged weapons, Indonesian krises, and Borneo "headhunter" swords. Valuable information is provided about rare artifacts, terminology, and evaluating age and authenticity of the weapons. Novice as well ... Read more
Product Details
Publication date
2006
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
Number of Pages
288
Format
Hardback
Place of Publication
Atglen, United States
ISBN
9780764325069
SKU
V9780764325069
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 5 to 9 working days
Ref
99-2
About Mircea Veleanu
Mircea Veleanu has been studying and collecting swords and daggers for nearly forty years. Also the author of Jade: 5000 B.C. to 1912 A.D., he resides in New York.
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